Breast Lift in Chicago,IL

Women seeking a breast lift in Chicago often look to the skilled hands and artistic eyes of Dr. Michael Epstein. From their office in Northbrook, they have treated many women who desired a more firm and uplifted bust line in Chicago, including the surrounding areas of Buffalo Grove and Evanston, IL.

What is Mastopexy?

A mastopexy (commonly referred to as a breast lift) is a surgery that lifts and improves the shape of the breasts. As women age, lose or gain weight, have children, or if they have poor skin tone, their breasts tend to lose fat, and the breast tissue begins to thin. When the breast tissue shrinks, unfortunately the skin does not, and the areola and nipple drops down below the breast crease. Many women in Chicago feel less sexy with drooping breasts, which is why they opt for Mastopexy surgery. A breast lift will move the nipple above the crease and restore a more youthful look to the breasts.

Dr. Epstein performs many different breast lift techniques in Chicago. He will discuss the various options available to you during your one on one consultation at his Northbrook office. If you also desire to get fullness back, you may want to consider combining the lift with a breast augmentation. If you want to reduce the fullness, you may decide to have a breast reduction in combination with the lift. Be sure to ask about the various options available to you.

How is a Breast Lift performed in Chicago?

A breast lift is an outpatient surgical procedure performed at our facility that aids patients looking for plastic surgery in Chicago. There are many variations that can be used for a breast lift. The most common technique is a lift that utilizes three incisions: one around the areola, another vertically down from the areola to the breast crease, and the last one follows the horizontal breast crease. Through these incisions, excess skin is removed from the lower portion of the breast, lifting and reshaping breast tissue to improve contour and firmness. The breast tissue and nipple are lifted into a higher position, giving a more youthful appearance. During the Chicago procedure, enlarged areolas can be reduced by excising the skin around the edge.

Other options include making an incision around the areola with or without a vertical incision, which results in less scarring, or to just circle around the areola. Both of these options can be discussed with Dr. Epstein and can determine which technique would be best suited for you. The procedure takes approximately two hours, but may vary depending on the complexity of the lift.

What to expect during the recovery period:

Immediately after surgery, you may experience swelling, discomfort, bruising and tenderness, all of which are easily controlled with oral medication.

A sports bra must be worn for the first 2-4 weeks following surgery.

You can return to light activity within 2 days after surgery, or as you feel ready.

Most patients return to work within the first week after surgery.

Full physical activity may resume within 4-6 weeks after surgery.

Incision lines will continue to heal and refine for 1 year after surgery.

Schedule your Chicago Breast Lift consultation

If you are ready to see if a breast lift is right for you, give our Northbrook office a call today to schedule a consultation with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Epstein. He services patients for breast lift surgery from all over Chicago, IL and his office is just 8 Miles East of Wheeling and 4 miles South of Highland Park, IL. Call today to meet one on one with Dr. Epstein.

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Dr. Michael Epstein is a gifted plastic surgeon who offers a variety of plastic surgery procedures to residents of Chicago, the Chicagoland area, Northbrook and surrounding communities in Illinois.

Testimonials

Dear Dr. Epstein – I cannot express how pleased I am with my tummy tuck results. My “before and after” pictures are unreal! I just wanted to thank you and your staff for the great experience! I know you’ve heard it a million times but you are a wonderful and talented doctor. Thanks you you, I’m happier and I’m leading a healthier lifestyle.

M3

Dear Dr. Michael A. Epstein, Thank you so much for making my surgery a comfortable experience. I’m healing very well and appreciate you and your staff for reaching out to my needs and keeping me in safe hands. Not only are you a great surgeon, but you have a good positive spirit. Again, thank you so much for the wonderful job you’ve done! The outcome couldn’t have come out any better! I am very happy! Thank you again.

M2

Dear Dr. Epstein,
Thank you for being one of the good guys. You didn’t have to see Mark and care for him at 9:30pm but you did because you are still a doctor that puts people first. We are grateful for your kindness.

M5

Dear Dr. Epstein, I can’t tell you how thrilled I am with my facelift and liposuction. During the initial consultation you had me lay on the table and hold a mirror above me. “That’s how you’ll look” you said, and you delivered! Thank you so much! I couldn’t be more pleased!

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Dear Dr. Epstein – As the anniversary of my surgery past in December, I just really wanted to say from the bottom of my heart how amazing you and your staff are. Thank you for changing my life in a way that no one could ever do. Not a day goes by where I don’t stop to think about how blessed I am. You are my hero.

M4

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Dr. Michael A. Epstein has received critical acclaim for his exceptional results and advanced surgical techniques in the area of plastic surgery for residents of Chicago, the Chicagoland area, Northbrook and surrounding communities in Illinois.

An active member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, he has been featured on numerous television programs and quoted in dozens of newspapers and magazines nationwide. A trusted resource who is highly respected by both the media and his peers, Dr. Epstein’s training, education and surgical skills have made him one of Chicagoland’s leading and most gifted plastic surgeons.